Green Lacewing Larva (Aphid Lion)

Gardens, agricultural fields, and low-growing vegetation throughout temperate and tropical regions.

Voracious predators of soft-bodied insects like aphids, mites, mealybugs, and insect eggs.

Known as 'aphid lions' for their aggressive hunting style; some species camouflage themselves with debris or the husks of their prey.

Highly beneficial for natural pest control in gardens; they may occasionally give a harmless but sharp defensive 'nip' to human skin if handled.